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Use of confidential information – the springboard injunction
This article examines the UK decision of Forse & ors v Secarma Ltd & ors [2019] EWCA Civ 215, which discussed the legal concept of a springboard injunction, and its implications in Australia. The Court must consider similar principles to determine if an injunction should be granted.
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Trade mark infringement – the good faith defence
Navigating trade mark law can be difficult. This article explains the good faith defence and what circumstances must be fulfilled for it to be available, as well as relevant case law and further info.
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IP licences and government transfer duty
Ipso Facto Clauses in commercial contracts are subject to a stay on enforcement as of 1 July 2018. This stay may be extended by a Court, and there are exclusions as prescribed by regulations and declarations.
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Opposing a trade mark on grounds of bad faith
Court found respondent infringed copyright of Dee Snider’s works, awarding AUD $1.5 million for flagrant, contumelious infringements. Not fair or satirical.
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Do I have an implied licence for software?
This article examines the implications of a Federal Court case, which awarded over $1.1 million in damages for unlicensed software use. Learn more about the decision and key principles for software licencing that businesses should consider.
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Case study – intellectual property protection structures
Protect your valuable intellectual property and secure revenue for product development. Learn how Dundas Lawyers can help you create an intellectual property protection structure with potential benefits for your business.
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Injunction sought for breach of confidence
Dundas Lawyers helped a corporate client protect their confidential information and copyright material from a former employee and contractor. Read the full article to learn how they used detailed work and a chronology to secure justice for their client.
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A test for the infringement of circuit layout rights
This article explores the legal implications of circuit layouts, such as what qualifies as an eligible layout, the exclusive rights granted, and exceptions to infringement. Learn more by reading the case of Lumen Australia Pty Ltd v Frontline Australasia Pty Ltd [2018] FCA 1807, discussed in the article.
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Is AI recognized as an inventor under the Patents Act 1990?
The ruling of Thaler v Commissioner of Patents [2021] FCA 879 has opened the door for artificial intelligence-created inventions to be eligible for patent protection. Learn more about the implications of this groundbreaking decision.
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